Noida issues 176 festive party licences for Christmas, New Year
Noida's excise department has issued 176 temporary licences for Christmas and New Year parties. Over 140 went to RWAs and housing societies. Read about the new rules and reduced fees.
Noida's excise department has issued 176 temporary licences for Christmas and New Year parties. Over 140 went to RWAs and housing societies. Read about the new rules and reduced fees.
Nagpur police arrested two men from Rajasthan and seized MD drugs worth over Rs 53 lakh near Wanadongri. Read the full details of the narcotics bust here.
Karnataka government fixes a Rs 1.5 crore base price for CL-2 and CL-9 liquor licences in Bengaluru. Read about the impact on the prized permits last issued in 1992.
Sonbhadra police SIT finds Shelly Traders' licences fake, links firm to cough syrup narcotics trade in Siliguri. Lookout notices issued for accused. Read the full investigation details.
Nagpur MIDC police arrest two from Rajasthan, seize 533gm mephedrone worth ₹53.30 lakh ahead of New Year. Operation Thunder uncovers interstate drug network targeting city celebrations.
Davangere Police crack down on an interstate drug network from Rajasthan, arresting four and seizing narcotics. Read the full investigation details here.
Arash Singh, a Sikh truck driver in the US, faces losing his commercial licence under new federal rules. The crackdown follows fatal crashes and impacts thousands of immigrant drivers. Read more.
Kerala Police proposes PODA, requiring private sector employees to sign an anti-drug pledge, consent to testing, and face termination if found using substances. Aimed at youth aged 25-35.
Karnataka begins a historic online auction of 38 defunct liquor licences in Dakshina Kannada & Udupi from mid-January. A state-wide move aims for transparency and revenue boost. Details inside.
Puducherry Lieutenant Governor recommends CBI & NIA probe into a massive interstate spurious drug network. Public urged to report illegal sales. Details inside.
Delhi's Drug Control Department conducted a major raid in Mehrauli, taking action against 26 firms for violations. Read about the crackdown on illegal drug trade.
Shimla Police apprehend two individuals and seize 1.5 grams of chitta (heroin) near the ISBT. Read about the ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking in Himachal Pradesh.
Mount Carmel School in Zirakpur organized a crucial drug awareness session for students, led by a police inspector. The initiative aimed to educate youth on substance abuse dangers and build a drug-free society. Read more about this vital school program.
In a major crackdown, Punjab Police arrested 153 drug peddlers and seized heroin, opium, and cash. The operation marks day 294 of the state's 'Yudh Nashian Virudh' campaign. Read more.
GHMC's trade licence revenue crosses Rs 100 crore for the first time, hitting Rs 113 crore. Officials warn of penalties as 50% establishments yet to renew. Read more.
ED files prosecution against ex-deputy drug controller Kapil Dhiman for taking bribes for drug licences & amassing disproportionate assets worth Rs 2.07 crore. Read the full details.
Himachal drug controller directs firms to recall stock after 49 medicine samples fail quality tests. Substandard drugs include medication for fever, heart attacks, and diabetes. Learn which medicines to avoid.
In a major pre-Christmas crackdown, Dima Hasao police seized 527g of brown sugar worth Rs 1 crore and arrested two alleged traffickers on NH-27. Read about the operation and the drug route from Aizawl.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara announces a major crackdown on narcotics, revealing 1,500 cases and 2,000 arrests this year. The government vows to eradicate the drug menace from the state.
Haryana Police busts an international drug smuggling network, arresting a key accused from Punjab. The gang used drones to smuggle narcotics across the India-Pakistan border. Read the full details of the operation.
Maharashtra FDA cancels licences of 13 medical stores & suspends 32 for selling intoxicant tablets without prescription in Nanded. Read the full crackdown details.
Rajasthan's drug safety body finds 5 medicines substandard, orders statewide withdrawal. Includes drugs for allergies, diabetes, and infections. Read details.
Punjab Police arrested three individuals and seized 5.5 kg of heroin in a significant drug bust in Tarn Taran. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat narcotics smuggling in the state.
Himachal CM Sukhvinder Sukhu vows decisive battle against 'chitta', reveals major crackdown stats. Join the movement for a drug-free state.
Lucknow Municipal Corporation fined six pet owners Rs 30,000 for keeping dogs without a licence in Gomtinagar. One pug was temporarily seized. Learn about the drive's aims and public safety measures.
Coimbatore rural police arrested five men for illegally selling painkillers to youngsters near Pollachi. The drugs were injected using saline syringes. Read the full investigation details.
Mangaluru event venue owners must now obtain a sound NOC for every open-air event, causing operational delays. Police stress rule adherence on decibel limits and timing. Read more.
Chandigarh's Excise Commissioner warns of strict action against illegal liquor promotion on social media. Stakeholders propose beer-focused reforms for 2026-27 policy. Read more.
Lucknow Municipal Corporation proposes major hike in licence fees for hotels, restaurants, and nursing homes from April 2026. Public objections invited. Read details.
The deadly Sydney shooting at a Jewish event prompts a major review of Australia's strict gun laws. PM Albanese vows action on firearm licences and ownership limits. Details inside.